RESPONSIBLE | Definition and Meaning

Definition of Responsible

Responsible

re·spon·si·ble

Definition/Meaning

(adjective)

having the duty to care for or control something/someone, or being obliged to do something

e.g. As the babysitter, she is responsible for making sure the kids have a snack and complete their homework after school.

(adjective)

being the main cause for something, being the main factor behind something and therefore able to be blamed for the thing;

e.g. His unhealthy diet is responsible for his poor health.

(adjective)

capable of being trusted or relied on, expected or thought to be capable of doing the required and/or right thing in a situation;

e.g. They grew into responsible adults by the time they graduated from college.

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"Be your own worst critic. When things go wrong it's tempting to shift the blame. Don't. Accept responsibility. People will appreciate it, and you will find out what you're capable of." -- Paul Arden
"Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of you. Never excuse yourself." -- Henry Ward Beecher
"To be responsible, keep your promises to others.To be successful, keep your promises to yourself." -- Marie Forleo

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